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tea·poy | \ ˈtē-ˌpȯi 
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\Definition of teapoy
1 : a 3-legged ornamental stand
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[influenced by tea] : a stand or table containing a tea chest or caddy and used for supporting a tea set also : tea caddy
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The first known use of teapoy was in 1828
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